A Detailed Comparison of the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff.

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Boerboel Versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Boerboel and for the Pyrenean Mastiff. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Boerboel or the Pyrenean Mastiff.

Boerboel versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Overview

Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are similar in size. The Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are both giant-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are Working Dogs. This means both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Boerboel versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boerboel to the Pyrenean Mastiff based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff

Factor Boerboel Pyrenean Mastiff
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 13 years
Weight 110 to 200 pounds 130 to 200 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 1/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Height 22 to 28 inches 24 to 31 inches
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.5 years
Average Price $2660 No Data
Price Range $2225 – $3000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • HYPERURICOSURIA
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boerboel in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Pyrenean Mastiff. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Boerboel is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyrenean Mastiff is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyrenean Mastiff is a better pet than the Boerboel. So, you should get the Pyrenean Mastiff!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff

    Below is a list of where the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are most different:

    • Boerboels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    The Similarities Between the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff

    The Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are most similar:

    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are not easy to train.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff can tolerate hot weather.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff have a very high tendency to drool.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Boerboel versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff.

    Boerboels weigh 110 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Boerboels are 22 to 28 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pyrenean Mastiffs weigh 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Boerboel versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    The lifespan of Boerboels is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Boerboels is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is 11.5 years.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs live longer than Boerboels.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Boerboel versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    Boerboels do not like to be left alone.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Boerboels shed more than Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    Boerboels shed moderately.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Boerboel or the Pyrenean Mastiff

    Boerboels have a very high tendency to drool.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Boerboel or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Boerboels are very easy to groom.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Boerboel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Boerboels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Boerboels Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    Boerboels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Boerboels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Boerboels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boerboel vs. Pyrenean Mastiff

    Boerboels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Boerboels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Boerboels can tolerate hot weather.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boerboel or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Boerboels do not get along well with other dogs.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Boerboels good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    Boerboels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Boerboels and Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    Boerboels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Boerboel Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Boerboels are not easy to train.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Boerboel Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Boerboels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boerboel or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Boerboels are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Boerboel versus Pyrenean Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Boerboel and the Pyrenean Mastiff better suits you and your family.